Does anyone know anything about sewing machines? The bobbin thread isn't being picked up by the needle. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong, but it was working fine. It is possible, not sure, but the needle doesn't seem to be going down as far as it should. I am mighty confused. Please help.
By shivvers from Ireland
When I have that problem, I have found it works to hold the thread in the needle to the left while you put the needle down to pick up the bobbin thread. Sometimes it is still hard to see if the bobbin thread has come up and when that happens I take a darning needle and run it under the pressure foot and the bobbin thread is there, just needed a little help for me to see it and straighten it out.
If redhatterb's suggestion doesn't work, you might have the bobbin turned the wrong direction. Also, try removing the top thread and rethreading the sewing machine.
Sewing machines can be frustrating. Easy things to try, re-thread the machine and the bobbin. Be sure the bobbin thread is reasonably long (about4 inches). Be sure the needle is threaded from the correct side. Check your settings to see that you have everything on the correct setting. See if you have tightened up the knob or dial or whatever you have that enables you to thread your bobbin; you now have to have it back on the "sew" setting.
Try changing the needle for a new one. I don't know why but this usually works for me.
You may also check to make sure your needle is turned properly. I had this problem not too long ago. I had replaced the needle and tightened it in not realizing I had not set it in the slot properly.
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My mini sewing machine's needle is not picking up the bobbin thread. Why?
Make sure the needle is all the way in and that it's tight. Something of note: Schmetz and Klasse needles are different in length. Klasse needles are longer and cannot be used in my Singer. Klasse double needles broke in my Janome.
Good luck
These two things should be done straight off whenever there are stitching whenever there are any kind of stitching issues. Put in a new needle. Sometimes a needle can get bent without realizing it. If you have a new needle you automatically exclude it as a reason the machine won't work. Re-threading is also something you should do right off. one of my machines sews goofy once in a while = when the unseen area isn't threaded properly.
I got a Barbie mini sewing machine at the goodwill for ten dollars. Well it wouldn't catch the bobbin thread!! I was reading on here to make sure needle was all the way up, I found out mine wasn't as far up as it should go, thank you for that bit of knowledge!! Still would not catch the bobbin thread though.
Why is stitching not appearing on my portable mini sewing machine? It's not taking thread from lower bobbin also. Please help me.
Thanks, Actually I have solved this problem on my own, there was a thread sort of issues that's all now it's working very well.
I had a similar issue. Just bring down needle position. It will catch the bobbin automatically.
My mini sewing machine doesn't pick up thread from the bobbin and my fabric doesn't get stitched. Please help.
I unscrewed the needle screw and made it very loose so that when I inserted the new needle, it went all the way in. That solved my problem and the bobbin thread engaged!
My machine suddenly stopped sewing. It is not picking up bobbin thread. There are no loops under the material. I have re-threaded it 3 times and have cleaned the bobbin area and rechecked the bobbin. I have also changed needle and thread. No luck.
By Coral from Nudgee, QLD.
Try this. Turn your bobbincase on it's side. There should be a small screw. This will adjust the tension. When you put your bobbin in the bobbin case hang onto the thread and your bobbincase should slowly go downward (like a yo-yo).
I also have the same problem for the first time with my sewing machine Singer model 4423 purchased 3 months ago. As I was sewing the machine suddenly stopped and bent the needle then it stopped sewing. The knob on the right which controls the needle became unmovable. At first I still try to adjust the foot presser (labeled as # 2) but the knob is still tight.
So I was forced to open the machine, now exposing all the metal parts, I thought of applying some machine oil to solve tightness and run it. To my amazement it runs smoothly so I continue adding more oil and the noise was lessened too. Now the thread problem, the needle still doesn't pick up the thread beneath.
So again I opened the bobbin part, removed the dust and put some oil and run the machine. Try running it but still doesn't sew properly. So I decided to remove the bobbin casing, removed the dust, put some oil and adjusted the metal part (where you hook the thread in place) on the left side. Hurray! It works! Hope this helps...
Could having the wrong bobbin be the problem of the thread not catching?
Buying the correct bobbin for your machine is important. If the bobbin isn't fitting correctly, it will be hard for your needle to pick up the thread. Also check the way you have threaded the bobbin and the thread is on the canister correctly.
Using the correct bobbin for your machine is a major must but also using the correct bobbin for the material setting on your machine is just as important. You should have on hand several different bobbins so you will always have the right kind for the sewing you plan to do.
here is a link that explains about bobbins.
www.heirloomcreations.net/
You can buy bobbins at most larger box stores, craft stores and on line but you have to buy the correct ones for your brand and model machine. If there is a specialty store that sells your brand machine then you may want to go there first so you can talk to someone who should know all about your machine. The more you know about your machine the better you will like using it.
If you do not have a manual then you can Google "free manual (your brand machine & model number)" and most likely you will find several sites but try to go to your brand site for help first.
A very good place to ask questions about things like this is one of the craft stores (Micheal's, JoAnn's) as they have a lot of ex[experience in this area or they have names and numbers of teachers that might be able to help. Don't forget - ask questions and get to know your machine.
So the sewing machine that I'm using is a Good Housekeeper made in Japan. It is a deluxe precision bill is what it says on the side and I think the model number is 1091TW. I've been researching and haven't found one just like this one on the Internet anywhere. So if anyone is familiar with this model, any pointers would be great.
My problem is with stitching. I've tried different types of fabric the bobbin thread won't come through the fabric for it will make a stitch at all. I'll change the needle, I removed lint, and oiled it up. I just can't get it to make a stitch. Any help would be most appreciated.The timing is out the loop bobbin case is not catching needle thread as it goes down. Type problem into browser there's loads of videos some on you tube how to rectify problem. Good luck
My machine keeps missing stitches. The top misses the bobbin, and then I'm left with really not excellent looking stitches. Also, my machine won't do a twin needle stitch properly. I'm concerned. Help? Thanks guys!
Take your machine to the repair tech - I do some vintage repair for my Sewing 101 students and it sounds to me as though there are multiple issues. Could be anything from excessive lint and thread fluff build-up to a bobbin or other gear on its last sewing legs.
Only a pro will be able to find and fix whatever is wrong with your machine.
This IS NOT a home repair job - please DO NOT take your machine apart to see if it looks like something simple you can do at home - IT'S NOT and the repair tech will charge you a lot more if he/she has to put a basket case back together before even beginning to work out what is wrong with the machine!
My portable sewing machine is not picking up the bobbin thread. What's the problem? Can someone please help me?
Make sure the foot presser is up when putting the thread through the upper tension.
Then draw up bobbin thread.
Turn the hand wheel towards you only.
Hold the needle thread lightly.
Tug a little as the needle goes up and down slowly.
The bobbin thread isn't coming up to the top, when I turn the wheel manually. I used a new spool of thread and rewound a new bobbin and it still isn't working. What should I do?
By Grace
Make sure your bobbin case is loaded correctly and the bobbin thread is following the correct path to permit top thread pick-up.
Is your machine a front/side load bobbin system, or the top drop-in type? It can make a difference in top thread pick-up especially if you are new to sewing or don't sew often. The front/side load bobbins are really hard to load correctly and can cause no end of difficulties for the beginner or infrequent sewer.
The age of the machine can make a difference too. On a modern machine (newer than ten years old) a lot of the timing mechanisms are magnetic and can be thrown off by using a metal bobbin spool instead of the recommended plastic. If the machine timing is off the needle may be descending into the bobbin pick-up area at the wrong time the bobbin presents bobbin thread for pick-up.
On a vintage machine (older than 25 years), gears can wear out. You can load that bobbin correctly all day but if the gears are worn or broken you won't be able to pick-up the bobbin thread.
Step One: try following the user guide instructions for your machine to load the bobbin into your machine. Pay especial attention to the thread path for the bobbin thread.
If that doesn't help you may have a broken or worn bobbin gear(s) somewhere in the works between where you wind the bobbin and where the bobbin is loaded OR the timing is off-a job for a qualified technician. Shouldn't cost more than $80USD for the repair+a check-up and tune-up of the machine. Be sure to get detailed information from the repair tech as to what happened and why so that you can avoid a repeat in the future.
I have a Brother RL425 sewing machine. The needle is not picking up thread from the lower bobbin. I have tried to adjust the needle to the correct height with the hook, but when it is low enough to catch the thread the needle hits the bottom of the bobbin setting case. (Sorry I don't know the technical terms. I hope this makes sense!)
I have Brother sewing machine Model VX-1120. It won't pick up the bobbin thread!
By Opal D.
First of all, here's a link to a free download for your machine:
www.brother-usa.com/
Now check page 12 to be sure you're seating the front load bobbin case into the machine correctly, and that you've snapped the bobbin winder back to the sewing mode (follow the illustration on page 11 and 12).
Next go to page 14 and be sure you're following all of those directions for pulling up the thread.
If none of the above solves your problem, check page 47 (Performance checklist) and if nothing there solves your problem (are your feed dogs set to 'no-feed? That will keep your bobbin thread from pulling up on some models), it's time to find a factory trained Brother repair tech!
I don't know what else to do because I've followed all of the fixing procedures. I'm frustrated coz my new mini sewing machine is refusing to catch thread from the lower bobbin.
Please what else can I do? I just bought the machine.My mini electric sewing machine is not picking up thread from the bobbin.
I am a new owner of a Graybar/Coronado sewing machine model RBR. I think I figured out how to thread it, but I cannot get the top thread to grab the bobbin thread and pull it through.
The bobbin is not a drop in from top it is positioned from the side.
I bought a 2nd hand Sewland kids sewing machine at the op shop. It didn't come with a bobbin case. Should it have one? I can't seem to pick up the bobbin thread without one.
I have just bought a used Home Elite Pro. I threaded it like the manual said, but the needle is not pulling up the bobbin thread. I've used a sewing machine once in my life so I'm not experienced. How do I make it work?
By JB
Often it is because the needle is too short. Try a different brand or don't push all the way up when installing the present needle. It will eventually work it's way up though.
The bobbin thread is not connecting with the needle thread to begin sewing.
I have a Nustyle 227 sewing machine. The needle won't pick up thread from bobbin.
